Website Privacy Policy for Heard, McElroy & Vestal (HMV) 

Effective Date: 6/15/26

 

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to respond to inquiries, operate and improve our website, and communicate with you. The types of information we collect include:

Information You Provide

When you contact us or submit a form on our website, you may provide personal information such as:

    • Name
    • Mailing address
    • Email address
    • Phone number

If you correspond with us by email, we may retain the content of those communications for business purposes, including recordkeeping and responding to your inquiry.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, such as:

    • IP address
    • Browser and device type
    • Pages viewed and time spent on the site
    • Referring or exit pages

We use this information to operate, maintain, secure, and improve our website.

Cookies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to help our website function, understand usage, and improve user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that such information has been collected, we will delete it.

Payment Information

Our website does not process payments or collect payment information; any payment transactions occur through a third-party portal.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

    • Respond to inquiries and provide requested information or services
    • Communicate with you about our services or events
    • Operate and improve our website
    • Support security, legal, and compliance obligations

If you have not opted out, we may also send you updates about our services or other information that may be relevant. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

    • Service Providers: We may share information with third-party providers who assist in operating our business or delivering services, and who are required to protect your information.
    • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of HMV or others.
    • Business Transactions: Information may be transferred in connection with a merger, sale, or other business transaction.

4. Data Security

We maintain physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards designed to protect information collected through our website from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

5. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. When you leave our website, this Privacy Policy no longer applies.

6. Your Consent

By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy. We may update this Policy from time to time by posting changes on our website.

7. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact:

Heard, McElroy & Vestal
Shreveport, LA
Phone: 800.241.0151
Email: hmv@hmvcpa.com